The diversity of seed is at risk - so get saving for the planet's sake

Collecting seeds and growing the best plants in the healthiest soil is the best way to pay it forward to future gardeners Throughout autumn, I tiptoed down my path into the sprawling, dew-heavy garden to pick the last of the seeds. I'd do this before breakfast, taking back whatever treasure I found to the kitchen to dry off as I drank my coffee.Starting the day collecting seeds was meditative and calming while the news on the radio whirled on. Never have I collected seeds like I have this year: Tupperware containers, old face cream pots, brown envelopes and tins that once held mints filled up with them. I sent seeds to everyone and anyone, and pressed little packages into the hands of visitors as they left the house. Continue reading...